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Principal Change Lead ( Multiple QLD locations)
Rural Water Futures Management; Water Act Initiatives; Water Resource Management; Brisbane preferred but other locations may be considered
As a Principal Change Lead, you will be responsible for developing and ensuring the implementation of best practices in change management, communications and learning across projects being delivered.
You will have a strong ability to strategically interpret project needs and impacts, providing guidance on implementation approach and deliverables. You will also be accountable for program change support, in particular program communications.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Community Engagement and Education |
| Classification | AO7 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City,Cairns region,Toowoomba region,Wide Bay,Darling Downs - Maranoa,Far North Qld,Townsville region,Mackay region,Rockhampton region,Sunshine Coast,Central West Qld,South West Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/592994/24 |
| Closing date | 09-Oct-2024 |
| Job duration | 1 x to 31/12/25 & 1 x to 31/5/26 with pos ext. |
| Contact person | Claudia Philips |
| Contact details | Phone: 07 3825 0404 Access the National Relay Service |
This role may be available at the following RDMW office locations: Ayr, Brisbane, Bundaberg, Caboolture, Gatton, Goondiwindi, Gympie, Longreach, Mackay, Mareeba, Rockhampton, South Johnstone, St George, Toowoomba, Townsville, Warwick - please advise your preference with your application.
The Role
As a Principal Change Lead, you will be responsible for developing and ensuring the implementation of best practices in change management, communications and learning across projects being delivered. You will have a strong ability to strategically interpret project needs and impacts, providing guidance on implementation approach and deliverables. You will also be accountable for program change support, in particular program communications.
Key Accountabilities
• Co-develop and maintain the program's Change Centre of Excellence by creating a program change strategy, developing change, communications and learning templates, and highlighting best practice standards and governances for change, communications and learning.
• Oversee change resources across projects being delivered under the program to ensure best practice quality controls are understood and implemented.
• Cross-reference change, communications and learning plans to identify opportunities for project synergies in delivery, collaborating with program leads to advise on strategy.
• Review change, communications & learning assessments/ plans, providing advice on best practice, strategic alignment, and feasibility.
• Prepare or contribute to the preparation of timely and well-researched presentations, communication materials, briefs and submissions on complex issues, including Cabinet submissions.
• Facilitate learning events and activities to provide product/ service knowledge and support internal synergies and upskilling.
• Substitute and support project resourcing as required to ensure the effective delivery of change, communications and learning analyses, planning, content and reports.
About You
• You will have 5+ years' experience delivering change projects, including communications and learning plans and material, is an essential requirement for the role.
• Your experience developing or working in a change centre of excellence or project management office will be highly regarded.
• Possession of qualifications in project management (e.g., Prince2), change management (e.g., PROSCI), communications and learning are desirable.
• Exposure in water-related projects or familiarity with water management principles is desirable but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other relevant software tools is required.
The Benefits
· A challenging and rewarding role in a dynamic and supportive team.
· Opportunities to make a significant impact developing Centre of Excellence and drive change culture/ strategy.
· A respect and inclusive workplace that values diversity and encourages professional growth.
DRDMW is committed to respecting, protecting and promoting human rights in our decision-making and actions. We celebrate diversity and invite applications from all backgrounds. For further information about this exciting opportunity, please see the attached role description.
How to Apply: submit your current resume, including two referees, and a brief cover letter (1-2 pages) outlining your interest in this role and how your skills and experience align with the key responsibilities and competencies required.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference QLD/592994/24
Closing Date: Wednesday, 9 October 2024
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
There are two positions available,1 x Fixed Term Temp 31 December 2025 1 x Fixed Term Temp 31 May 2026, both with possible extension.
Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.
Documents
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